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New York whitewater, Twentymile Creek
Chautauqua
county,
South Ripley to Lake Erie section whitewater kayaking, rafting, and paddling information.
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CLASS II-IV 10.5 miles
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The South Ripley to Lake Erie stretch of Twentymile Creek is 10.5 miles long and it is classified as a class II-IV section by American Whitewater. The starting location is a reasonable drive from Jamestown-Dunkirk-Fredonia, as you can see on the road map further down. The natural beauty of New York and the beautiful way the water current moves down the stream beats anything. Great exercise and spending some quality time in nature are great |
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attractions for lots of people. The South Ripley to Lake Erie stretch is one of a few paddling stretches in this river system. The campgrounds here at Twentymile Creek are pretty good. You might be into whitewater rafting
| | or kayaking or both, doesn't matter, around here you won't find a large number of other places. If you'll be staying in a hotel you're in luck, lodging is available very near the river, but you'd better reserve in advance because these hotels fill up quick. This section has enough mileage for an overnight trip, so pack your camp stove. The average whitewater rafting or kayaking river tends to be a bit harder to master in this state than those | |
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in other states, so you'd better keep in mind that many runs in this state are not easy.
Briefly about the general area:
While you're here at Twentymile Creek you will meet lots of folks from close by Ripley;
nice skiing awaits you at Peek N Peak. Enjoy a lazy day on the beach at Ripley Beach; nearby Gage Gulf is a magnificent location to go. This river is so perfect. A great deal of rain falls at Twentymile Creek. September
is when you get the most rain here; February is when it's the driest. For the duration of the summer months at Twentymile Creek highs are usually in the 70's.
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Twentymile Creek, South Ripley to Lake Erie road map
Printable road map with the put-in and take-out locations clearly marked.
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Map
Detailed Map
Stats
Stats for this river stretch
Weather
Local weather forecast
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| These outdoors activities are available near Twentymile Creek. |
| | Ski Areas Near Twentymile Creek:
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Peek N Peak, New York
, 8 miles away, 400 foot drop, 10 lifts, 27 runs |
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Cockaigne, New York
, 39 miles away, 430 foot drop, 4 lifts, 15 runs |
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Holimont, New York
, 72 miles away, 700 foot drop, 8 lifts, 50 runs |
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Holiday Valley, New York
, 73 miles away, 750 foot drop, 12 lifts, 52 runs |
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Kissing Bridge, New York
, 77 miles away, 600 foot drop, 9 lifts, 37 runs |
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Boyce Park, Pennsylvania
, 90 miles away, 180 foot drop, 5 lifts, 9 runs |
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| | Hotels Near Twentymile Creek:
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Red Carpet Inn North East, North East
, 3 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites FINDLEY LAKE (I-86 EXIT 4), Findley Lake
, 5 miles away |
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites NORTH EAST (ERIE I-90 EXIT 41), North East
, 7 miles away |
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William Seaward Inn, Westfield
, 13 miles away |
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Chautauqua Suites Meeting And Expo Center, Mayville
, 17 miles away |
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| | Public Lands Near Twentymile Creek:
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Lake Erie State Park, New York
, 23 miles away |
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Presque Isle State Park, Pennsylvania
, 26 miles away |
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Oil Creek State Park, Pennsylvania
, 35 miles away |
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| | Golf Courses Near Twentymile Creek:
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Lakeside Stateline Golf Course, Ripley
, 3 miles away |
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Lake View Country Club, North East
, 7 miles away |
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Green Meadows Golf Course, North East
, 11 miles away |
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